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I grew up a Christian, and I find that I am very disturbed by the things that I learned in the Bible. I am quite anxious and paranoid about "committing sins" and provoking "God's punishment." The whole Biblical idea that God is not going to love or forgive non-Christians after they die is extremely distressing to my emotions.

I trace a lot of my emotional problems to the kind of doctrines that the Bible presents. Do any of you feel the same way?



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I very rarely come into this forum as it triggers me terribly.

I however, felt compelled to reply to you......

I feel very much the same as you. I was brought up Catholic-- not strict-- but Catholic nonetheless, I think the Holy Book of each religion...is quite the opposite of the way a loving God would present themselves as. I have much to say on this subject but fear this is NOT the place in which my view would be tolerated..... so if you'd like to further discuss, you can PM me....

Religions are much about worshipping a "human" and putting certain ones above others, which I feel is not appropriate and also "control" beyond what's necessary.

I don't wish to offend anyone, and hope I've not done so.

respect to all....

mandy